{"product_id":"italian-gold-filled-hammered-pilot-sunglasses-vintage-deadstock-w-new-gradient-custom-lenses","title":"Italian Gold-Filled Hammered Pilot Sunglasses-Vintage Deadstock w\/New Gradient Custom Lenses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Italian Gold-Filled Hammered Pilot Sunglasses – Deadstock – 53-18-130 – Second Chance Customs Gradient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare hand-forged Italian gold-filled pilot from the late 1970s to early 1980s, preserved in true deadstock condition. Sculpted hammered-gold finish, hand-soldered detailing, and boutique artisan construction. Museum-grade craftsmanship from Italy’s golden era of metalsmith eyewear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpdated with brand-new Second Chance Customs gradient lenses, blending archival luxury with modern optical excellence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeadstock \/ Unworn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo visible signs of wear from use. Any minor marks are from age and long-term storage only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal period temple tips intact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Width: 53mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: 18mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemple Length: 130mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Height: 45mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFrame Width: 135mm\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium fit with elegant geometry and sculpted bridge profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLens Section\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond Chance Customs™ Lenses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: CR-39\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTint: Blue-Grey Gradient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptical clarity enhancement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-cut and professionally mounted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra \u0026amp; Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in Northern Italy during the late 1970s–early 1980s, a period defined by gold-filled luxury eyewear and boutique metalsmith workshops. Comparable in construction quality and hand-finishing to Persol Ratti and other artisan houses of the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is authentic atelier work — not mass-market fashion. True collector-grade metalwork.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold-filled hammered metal frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-soldered pad arms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Italian barrel hinges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRPO hallmark \/ Made in Italy \/ Model 230\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRare sculptural pilot silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo original case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour choice of 4 soft, sleek, secure cases will be provided (pictured).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Authentic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspected by Second Chance Eyewear through our rigorous authentication and refurbishment process\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrames can be adjusted to fit any size face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo stock photos — the pictures tell the story\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink before buying from those who do not offer returns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe strive to provide white-glove service and full transparency.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease feel free to ask questions.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hand-forged Italian gold-filled masterpiece, preserved in untouched condition, upgraded with modern custom optics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA true archival luxury frame — collectible, wearable, and standout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Second Chance Eyewear \u0026 Accessories ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51358256922911,"sku":"5135825692","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2746\/8063\/files\/IMG-3797.jpg?v=1762356980","url":"https:\/\/secondchanceeyewear.com\/products\/italian-gold-filled-hammered-pilot-sunglasses-vintage-deadstock-w-new-gradient-custom-lenses","provider":"Second Chance Eyewear \u0026 Accessories ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}